Review of In the Heat of the Night (1967) by Tecia E — 21 May 2008

An incredible movie all around. A tense crime drama intensified by "southern hospitality" towards the one person who could produce results.

This review of In the Heat of the Night (1967) was written by Tecia E on 21 May 2008.

In the Heat of the Night has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Conor C (20) on 21 Apr 2016

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By Kevin J (569) on 17 Jun 2015

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IDK if I shared this last night so either way I will now cuz its a true classic and approp for MLK weekend to view a slice of American history…

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